Social Worker - Eating Disorders Track - Part-Time

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

6d•$48 - $65•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Social Worker in the eating disorders track, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to provide individual and group psychotherapy and discharge planning to adult patients. Here the patient's benefit from the latest clinical research findings and advances in the treatment of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and related disorders. We understand that eating disorders are serious illnesses, and we also believe that recovery is possible. Experience a place where your discipline is immensely respected. As part of your role you will receive weekly expert supervision.

Requirements

Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW)
At least 3 years of experience in the treatment of psychiatric patients
Limited Permit (must supply exam date prior to start of employment)
Fieldwork or previous experience in a psychiatric setting using evidence-based treatments.
Knowledge base of bio-psychosocial model, DSM-V diagnoses, criteria for treatment of different diagnoses, behavioral risk factors and of the impact of mental illness upon individual and family functioning
Knowledge base of community and discharge planning resources and processes
Experience using an electronic medical record

Nice To Haves

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
3 to 5 years of experience in the treatment of psychiatric patients
Experience with eating disorders or commitment to working with this population
Training in evidence-based treatments for eating disorders (e.g., CBT-E, CBT-AR, FBT)
Competency in individual, family and group treatment modalities and treatment techniques appropriate to outpatient treatment setting